Cost Accounting Manager

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.
Why ImmunityBio?
• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

This comprehensive position will have direct interaction and manage projects within manufacturing operations and Supply Chain. This position is responsible for preparing standard cost reports, determining manufacturing variances, checking bills of material for standard costs, assisting with new product costing, assisting with month-end close and reporting, and communicating with management any opportunities that may arise.

Essential Functions

• Prepare monthly financial information utilizing the applicable support systems. Duties include preparing journal entries, entering inventory A/P accruals, reconciling the balance sheet and analyzing variances.
• Assist with month-end closing including reconciliation of perpetual inventories to the general ledger.
• Track daily work items assigned in D365.
• Investigate and report on inventory adjustments.
• Support cost roll as needed and new product costing.
• Assist Cost Director with annual budget process and annual physical inventories.
• Support internal customers by researching questions and investigating variances on the financial statements
• Ensure proper retention, filing, and handling of accounting records
• Prepare other reports and assist in special projects and analysis as required or requested by the manager.
• Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional projects as assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required
• 7+ years of either cost accounting experience or accounting experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Experience working in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical companies preferred
• Experience managing projects and building relationships with other departments required
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment required
• ERP experience required (Microsoft Dynamic 365 preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must have cost accounting background or willingness to learn and a strong understanding of GAAP.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Innovative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Contribute to the environment of openness and teamwork.
• Strong organizational abilities and adept at managing multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position will work hybrid (combination onsite and remote) in either Los Angeles or San Diego depending on the candidate’s residence.
• This position will need to travel to our headquarters in El Segundo, CA as needed, minimum quarterly.
• This position will interact on-site with manufacturing, supply chain and quality team members.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$139,500 (entry-level qualifications) to $155,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day •  We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.